The summer season is the time of the year we cherish most. It’s when the days are longer, the family has more time to spend together, and when there’s no better place to be than outside! With the summer now in full swing, it’s the perfect time to make a few quick refreshes to your outdoor living spaces, from hot tubs to BBQs. Below are a few quick tips to get you started.
Create the Perfect Summer Backyard
Add in Colour
There’s a freshness to the summer season that invites a strong use of bold, fresh colours to brighten up any space in the home. Nowhere can this be better used than in your outdoor living spaces. Colourful flowers and plants can help bring in a seasonal glow, with patterned pots and containers adding to the lightness of the mood. Another inexpensive solution is investing in brightly hued pillows and throws against your neutral furniture. This gives you flexibility throughout the year, and lets you play with your design from season to season without breaking the bank.
Prep The BBQ for Heavy Use
Has your backyard grill been hibernating this winter? Before you get it out for a big summer BBQ, make sure you really wipe it down and give it a test run. Add BBQ storage for your grilling tools and a small table for prep work to create your own DIY outdoor kitchen, saving you multiple trips back and forth inside.
Illuminate & Invite Conversation
Lighting not only lends warmth and sophistication to an outdoor space, it also extends the time you must enjoy it! Set up outdoor lanterns and string up bistro lights over your dining and living spaces to keep the party going after the sun sets. Another inexpensive solution is all-weather outdoor patio torches, adding a more natural illumination as you unwind in your own private oasis.
Natural Shade Solutions
Spending time in your backyard during summer can be a very hot affair. When the sun is shining on you all day, you risk sun damage and burn. This is why having a well-shaded area is important. There are a few ways you can add shade options to your backyard:
- Plants: Adding climbing plants to a trellis or planting bushes and trees that will create a natural shade location will give you somewhere to escape the sunshine.
- Shade sails and umbrellas: When you add shade sails or umbrellas, you create the option to easily block out the rays without having the constant addition. Letting you soak up as much sunlight as you want, you can enjoy the best of both worlds.
- Pergolas: A pergola is a stylish way to create shade in your backyard. You can add features such as drapes or climbing plants to really create an inviting, sun free atmosphere.
Outdoor Entertaining Essentials
When you’re inviting people to your home, you want to make sure you have everything you need to make the experience enjoyable. Having outdoor entertaining essentials will take your gathering to the next level.
- Bar cart: Have everything on hand for mocktails and cocktails. When you can easily whip up some refreshing drinks it makes the warm summer days more enjoyable.
- Speakers: Theres no denying that music boosts every gathering. Whether it’s a small group or a full party, your backyard prep needs a speaker.
Invest in a Backyard Centrepiece
Every backyard needs something special to anchor the space. Think about how much room you have to play with and what would best satisfy the needs of you and your family to maximize the use you have of outdoor living. It might be a large dining room table and sectional couch if you plan on entertaining, a fire pit as a way to enjoy the space in more intimate surroundings, or if you are really looking for a showstopper for all year-round, an outdoor hot tub or spa will make your outdoor living room the only room you want to be in. While a hot tub might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of summer, now is the perfect time to start shopping, with easier installation and great deals on showroom floors before the fall models are unveiled.
No matter your space or budget, a few thoughtful changes can turn your backyard into a summer sanctuary. Whether you're hosting the next family BBQ or savoring a quiet evening under the stars, your perfect outdoor escape is just a few steps away. Shop our hot tubs here!
